Enfield Wine Co. Santa Ynez Valley Jurassic Park Chenin Blanc

Enfield Wine Co. Santa Ynez Valley Jurassic Park Chenin Blanc 2021

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Chenin Blanc
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Enfield Wine Co.
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U.S.A. > California > Santa Barbara
Grown in the fossil-rich soils of Santa Ynez Valley's Jurassic Park Vineyard from old Chenin vines planted in 1978. A wine of intensity and energy, bursting with lemon oil, bruised peach, and elderflower, underscored by a distinct minerality and a long, juicy finish.

HIGHLIGHTS:

From own-rooted Chenin vines planted in 1978 
Expresses the rich, fossil-laden soils of the Santa Ynez Valley in Santa Barbara
Sustainably farmed fruit

TASTING PROFILE:

"Intense and energetic with a real sense of drama. You feel this wine all the way through, from the aromatics to the uncommonly long finish."
"Lemon oil, bruised peach, elderflower, fresh tea leaves, lanolin, beach sand, and a long juicy finish."

IN THE VINEYARD:

Grapes are harvested from the X2 Block of the Jurassic Park Vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley
Situated on rolling hills at approximately 1,100 feet, this sustainably farmed plot is renowned for its fossil-rich, limestone-laden sandy soils
Grown 335m above sea level, these unique soils yield small vines and clusters
Planted in 1978, these hardy, own-rooted vines have adapted over time, digging deep for water and nutrients
The consistent breeze from the nearby Pacific Ocean offers a cooling balance

IN THE WINERY:

Grapes lightly foot-tread before pressing, fermented with wild yeasts and undergo full malolactic fermentation.
Aged in 500L oak puncheons on primary lees, followed by 6 months in stainless steel barrels
Unfined & unfiltered

RECOMMENDATIONS:
Serve chilled with lemon-baked cod
SKU: 13EJPC21
Bottle Size: 75CL
ABV: 13.0%
Vintage: 2021

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Enfield Wine Co.

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